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A clear and proven path to better, stronger local government

Hampshire County Council has underlined the clear evidence and facts behind its proposed idea for four strong new unitary councils across Hampshire and the Solent - an approach grounded in robust evidence, financial realism, and decades of

Local Government Reorganisation

Plant a love of reading with the ‘Story Garden’ Summer Reading Challenge

Young bookworms are in for an exciting summer of reading and fun activities as Hampshire County Council’s Library Service launches its hugely popular annual Summer Reading Challenge on Saturday, 12 July

County Council to consider simpler, stronger and secure councils for Hampshire and the Solent

Hampshire County Council will next week consider a proposal to simplify and strengthen local government across Hampshire and the Solent by replacing the current 15 councils with four new unitary councils – each responsible for all local services

Local Government Reorganisation

£100,000 funding boost for mental health support in primary schools

More children in Hampshire will now benefit from mental health and wellbeing support thanks to an investment of over £100,000 announced today by Hampshire County Council

Potential new children’s home reaches significant milestone

Potential plans for a new specialist secure welfare children’s home in Hampshire have taken a key step forward today, as Hampshire County Council has agreed to progress a possible new site for the home

Decisions due this summer on the future of some local services

From older adults’ day services to school transport and planned road maintenance, key decisions will be made this month on the future of some important County Council services delivered to Hampshire residents after April 2026

Could you help change a child’s life, one unforgettable moment at a time?

From cosy family movie nights and graduation day, to riding a bike for the very first time – foster carers get to be there for the most precious moments in a child or young person’s life

Kick the single-use plastics habit to save money and help the planet

This Plastic Free July, Hampshire County Council is inviting residents to explore simple ways to reduce single-use plastic waste and make choices that are better for the environment – which can save money too

Hampshire County Council to confirm appointment of new Chief Executive

Hampshire County Council is set to confirm the appointment of its next Chief Executive at a meeting of the Full Council on 17 July

Green light for major walking and cycling improvements in Fair Oak

People living in Fair Oak will soon benefit from an ambitious package of walking and cycling improvements delivered by Hampshire County Council